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A preview of CES 2016 01/06/2016 11:53am • WASHINGTON — Ken Colburn, of The Data Doctors, is at the Consumer Electronics Show, in Las Vegas. Here, he talks with Rachel Horn, of the Consumer Technology Association, about what to expect — virtual reality, electric cars, drones and more: D.C. brings concussion app to sidelines of youth sports 01/05/2016 04:20pm • WASHINGTON — From the football field to your smartphone: A new app is changing the way youth and high school sports concussions are documented. Coaches, parents and athletic trainers can be authorized to report suspected concussions through the InjureFree app. The interface allows an adult to d Asbestos Dangers Are Still Lurking 01/04/2016 07:00pm • After all these years -- long since the dangers of asbestos became common knowledge and use of the fire-resistant mineral decreased drastically -- health experts say asbestos continues to make us sick. Despite the fact that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency began banning asbestos in some prod Feeding Your Baby's Brain 01/04/2016 07:00pm • If you want a healthy brain, here's the most reliable way to get it: Choose your parents wisely. After all, what they feed you as a baby -- and even what your mom eats before and while you're in utero -- may affect your noggin more than what you feed yourself once you're capable of doing so . "We When the common cold turns serious: how to recognize RSV and other respiratory infections 01/04/2016 04:00pm • Respiratory viruses are common in children under 5, particularly those who attend daycare or are exposed to tobacco smoke. Most cases are mild, but for some children, an ordinary cold or flu can quickly turn into asthma, RSV or pneumonia that requires ER treatment or hospitalization. Here's how i 10 Ways to Prepare for Surgery 01/03/2016 07:00pm • Are you ready for surgery?In 2008, Lorette Lavine, 62, of Hinsdale, Illinois, learned she would need open heart surgery to repair a dysfunctional valve. The former nurse and social worker knew what she in for. Years ago, she did a stint at the recovery room at NYU Langone Medical Center, where she w Column: What's expected at CES this year? 12/31/2015 05:12am • Q: What new technology gadgets do you expect we’ll see in 2016 from CES? A: With the annual tech show known as The International CES set to open next week, the speculation on what we’ll see is filling the Internet. As with most shows, we’ll see a plethora of “solutions searching for a Rock ‘n’ roll doc offers tips for avoiding — and curing — hangovers 12/31/2015 02:49am • WASHINGTON — For 30 years, naturopathic doctor Gabrielle Francis traveled and toured with some of the world’s biggest bands — we’re talking Mötley Crüe, Aerosmith and Jane’s Addiction — all to help keep the stars healthy while on the road. So it’s safe to say she knows a few thin 7 financial New Year's resolutions millennials should avoid 12/30/2015 07:00pm • The start of the new year is the perfect time to make a resolution to improve your finances, no matter your age. If you're a 20- or 30-something millennial, your financial well-being should be one of your highest priorities. Whether you're graduating from college or are in the early stages of your c Boyfriends killing boys: A troubling trend in Md. 12/30/2015 05:37am • UPPER MARLBORO, Md. -- There is a disturbing trend emerging in Prince George's County that prosecutors fear is related to the cost of child care: little boys being killed by their mothers' boyfriends. Authorities tell WTOP that the prohibitive cost of child care can leave a mother with no Heartfelt Concern: Do You Have High Potassium? 12/28/2015 07:00pm • You probably know your blood pressure -- or at least have it checked regularly. There's a good chance you've had your cholesterol level tested, and are up to speed on your bad "LDL" cholesterol number. And with diabetes a looming concern, many Americans routinely have their blood-sugar checked. Aft 3 Ways to Keep Your Medication Costs Down 12/28/2015 07:00pm • Prescription drug prices are rising, as are tempers. On Dec. 9, a congressional hearing looked into the rising cost of medicine and what appears to be a troubling trend: pharmaceutical companies purchasing already-available drugs and selling them for much higher prices. Several companies reportedly Ageism, Attitude and Health 12/25/2015 07:00pm • Accomplished, enlightened, learned, sage and wise? Or confused, decrepit, incompetent and declining? The language used to describe aging, the way people talk to and about seniors, matters. Ageism can hurt your health, research shows. Shedding negative stereotypes and embracing positive attitudes now After last year's horse mishap, McAuliffe will stick to the slopes for vacation 12/25/2015 10:33am • WASHINGTON — After being tossed from a horse on a Tanzanian safari during his Christmas vacation last year, Va. Gov. Terry McAuliffe is sticking to skiing this year. “Last year I had a little trouble with the horse in Africa; I’ll do my best on the ski slopes,” McAuliffe joked on WTOP’ 4 Ways Millennials Can Invest In Real Estate 12/23/2015 07:00pm • If you ask investors, many will tell you real estate is the best place to park your money for long-term gains. In fact, 27 percent of 1,000 adults surveyed in July by Bankrate said real estate was the best way to invest money not needed for another 10 years. That topped the list of options, beating